Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Linear Recruitment Ltd
  • Wetherby, Yorkshire
  • 18/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Linear Recruitment are partnering with an ambitious Yorkshire new build social housing company in their search for a Senior Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity to play a hands-on role within a growing regional business, contributing to pricing, tendering, and the commercial delivery of new affordable housing developments across Yorkshire.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing subcontractor enquiries and conducting cost comparisons
  • Procuring and placing subcontractor orders
  • Subcontractor valuation analysis and payment management
  • Preparing budgets, bills of quantities, and cost plans
  • Managing client valuations, variations, and final accounts
  • Cashflow forecasting and CVR setup and management
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Lead the commercial management of multiple projects concurrently
  • Play a hands-on role in pre-construction, procurement, and contract setup
  • Produce and manage CVRs, cashflows, valuations, and final accounts
  • Work collaboratively with estimators throughout the tender process
  • Provide clear, accurate monthly commercial reporting
  • Support best practice and continuous improvement across the business
  • Managing an Assistant Quantity Surveyor
  • The role offers real autonomy, leadership responsibility, and direct access to decision-makers

About the Candidate

  • Minimum 5 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a Main / Principal Contractor
  • Proven experience managing CVRs, procurement schedules, and cashflows
  • Strong commercial awareness and contractual understanding
  • Confident communicator with a proactive, solution-focused mindset
  • Comfortable working in a hands-on SME environment

Benefits Include

  • Competitive salary package
  • Vehicle allowance
  • Supportive, collaborative working environment
  • Opportunity to work closely with directors and influence business growth
  • Long-term career development within a growing company